Bullet Packaging Needed. Please Help.

riverwalker76 · May 13, 2010, 08:37 PM

OK. Before I get into this too much I will tell you this.

I have already looked at Topbrass and Midway and I cannot find what I am looking for.

With that being said.

I am looking for 20 round Styrofoam trays w/ boxes for packaging my own .223/5.56 for bulk storage. Specifically I would like to have the 2 rows of 10 & NOT the 4 rows of 5. Just like what major manufacturers use to package their ammo for sale.

Any ideas?

res45 · May 13, 2010, 08:56 PM

The ones at TopBrass are about you best bet,I use similar box for 7.62 x 39 all paper and they hold up better than the foam ones. I need to order some for my pistol and 54r rifle ammo.

Jim243 · May 13, 2010, 09:02 PM

Midway USA - use the 22-250 boxes.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=613404

Jim

riverwalker76 · May 14, 2010, 11:47 PM

Wouldn't the 22-250 shellholder allow too much play for storage?

I don't know ... that's why I'm asking.

Jim243 · May 15, 2010, 03:54 AM

It's the closest I could come up with what you want. I am using the 5 across 10 down ones. My complaint is that unless you package them in paper boxes the styrofoam takes up too much room in storage. But it does keep them apart and safe.

mongoose33 · May 15, 2010, 07:02 AM

I'm using these:

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=597634

I know they're not for storing units of 20 but when I work up loads I simply wrap a piece of masking tape around the styrofoam tray and write on it w/r/t various loads.

And they'll hold 20.

The upside to these is that they are a great way to store and organize different loads; the downside is that they take up more space to store rounds than other methods would.

I stick 3-ring-binder label-holders on them to identify what is what--that way I don't have to wreck a paste-on label each time I reload and refill them.

**Mike Irwin** · May 15, 2010, 09:04 AM

I did some long-term storage of .30-06 rounds in the styrofoam trays back in the 1980s.

I apparently didn't get all of the case lube off the rounds before I put them into the trays.

When I came back several years later the oil had melted the styrofoam into a very nasty mess that was sticking to a number of the rounds. It was tough getting that hardened gook off the cases.

**Unclenick** · May 15, 2010, 09:35 AM

Ah! You found that out, too. It taught me the wisdom of the military's use of cardboard boxes and dividers. Haven't found them new anywhere, though.

riverwalker76 · May 15, 2010, 10:23 AM

I currently have 50+ of the 50 rounders, but they are too bulky.

The problem is ... I picked up a dozen Flambeau T1418 Dry Storage Boxes, and I can't utilize all of the space due to the 50 rounders being too bulky. I need the 20 rounders, and might just settle for the paper trays from Top Brass.

medalguy · May 16, 2010, 02:13 AM

I may have a solution to your problem. I was also looking for the 20 round boxes and just could not find them anywhere. So, I have a friend who's a printer and he also does diecutting. Well we made dies for the 20 round box, ordered some chipboard, and we're on the way. I have some extra boxes over what I need and I'll sell them for 30 cents each plus postage. These are white boxes, fold-up type, with flaps top and bottom. The boxes hold 2 rows of 10 rounds but do not require dividers. Seen the PMC ammo cartons? Same size and arrangement. I don't have a photo but could take one if you want it. Let me know by pm if interested.

FrankenMauser · May 16, 2010, 04:07 AM

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Bullet Packaging Needed. Please Help.

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OK. Before I get into this too much I will tell you this.

I have already looked at Topbrass and Midway and I cannot find what I am looking for.

With that being said.

I am looking for 20 round Styrofoam trays w/ boxes for packaging my own .223/5.56 for bulk storage. Specifically I would like to have the 2 rows of 10 & NOT the 4 rows of 5. Just like what major manufacturers use to package their ammo for sale.

Any ideas?

Are you looking for bullet packaging, or cartridge packaging? There is a BIG difference.
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medalguy · May 17, 2010, 02:14 AM

[Will this box work for you?

223 carton 003.jpg

mongoose33 · May 17, 2010, 07:36 AM

Medalguy, where did you get those boxes? I'd like some of them!

riverwalker76 · May 17, 2010, 08:18 AM

I'm looking for cartridge packaging.

Didn't the "20 Round Styrofoam Tray" indicate this from my initial post?

Sevens · May 17, 2010, 08:36 AM

It's your misleading subject line that's causing the confusion.

(a loaded cartridge is "bullet packaging".)

Edward429451 · May 17, 2010, 12:27 PM

Back when I was a smoker I found out that an empty box of cigatettes will hold 20 rnds of 223 quite nicely. Tape em up and back into the carton for a 200 rnd battle pack

Poor man ingenuity

May 13, 2010, 08:37 PM	#1
riverwalker76 Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 993	Bullet Packaging Needed. Please Help. OK. Before I get into this too much I will tell you this. I have already looked at Topbrass and Midway and I cannot find what I am looking for. With that being said. I am looking for 20 round Styrofoam trays w/ boxes for packaging my own .223/5.56 for bulk storage. Specifically I would like to have the 2 rows of 10 & NOT the 4 rows of 5. Just like what major manufacturers use to package their ammo for sale. Any ideas? __________________ *Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto* - “You cannot invade the mainland United States. There would be a rifle behind each blade of grass.”

May 13, 2010, 08:56 PM	#2
res45 Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2007 Location: NC Posts: 753	The ones at TopBrass are about you best bet,I use similar box for 7.62 x 39 all paper and they hold up better than the foam ones. I need to order some for my pistol and 54r rifle ammo. __________________ The Reloaders Network discord Channel https://discord.gg/Nafuzht

May 14, 2010, 11:47 PM	#4
riverwalker76 Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 993	Wouldn't the 22-250 shellholder allow too much play for storage? I don't know ... that's why I'm asking. __________________ *Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto* - “You cannot invade the mainland United States. There would be a rifle behind each blade of grass.”

May 15, 2010, 09:04 AM	#7
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,404	I did some long-term storage of .30-06 rounds in the styrofoam trays back in the 1980s. I apparently didn't get all of the case lube off the rounds before I put them into the trays. When I came back several years later the oil had melted the styrofoam into a very nasty mess that was sticking to a number of the rounds. It was tough getting that hardened gook off the cases. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

May 15, 2010, 09:35 AM	#8
Unclenick Staff Join Date: March 4, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,091	Ah! You found that out, too. It taught me the wisdom of the military's use of cardboard boxes and dividers. Haven't found them new anywhere, though. __________________ Gunsite Orange Hat Family Member CMP Certified GSM Master Instructor NRA Certified Rifle Instructor NRA Benefactor Member and Golden Eagle

May 13, 2010, 09:02 PM	#3
Jim243 Senior Member Join Date: January 5, 2009 Location: Just off Route 66 Posts: 5,067	Midway USA - use the 22-250 boxes. http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=613404 Jim

May 15, 2010, 03:54 AM	#5
Jim243 Senior Member Join Date: January 5, 2009 Location: Just off Route 66 Posts: 5,067	It's the closest I could come up with what you want. I am using the 5 across 10 down ones. My complaint is that unless you package them in paper boxes the styrofoam takes up too much room in storage. But it does keep them apart and safe.

May 15, 2010, 07:02 AM	#6
mongoose33 Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 228	I'm using these: http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=597634 I know they're not for storing units of 20 but when I work up loads I simply wrap a piece of masking tape around the styrofoam tray and write on it w/r/t various loads. And they'll hold 20. The upside to these is that they are a great way to store and organize different loads; the downside is that they take up more space to store rounds than other methods would. I stick 3-ring-binder label-holders on them to identify what is what--that way I don't have to wreck a paste-on label each time I reload and refill them.

May 15, 2010, 10:23 AM	#9
riverwalker76 Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 993	I currently have 50+ of the 50 rounders, but they are too bulky. The problem is ... I picked up a dozen Flambeau T1418 Dry Storage Boxes, and I can't utilize all of the space due to the 50 rounders being too bulky. I need the 20 rounders, and might just settle for the paper trays from Top Brass. __________________ *Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto* - “You cannot invade the mainland United States. There would be a rifle behind each blade of grass.”

May 16, 2010, 02:13 AM	#10
medalguy Senior Member Join Date: August 31, 2009 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,033	I may have a solution to your problem. I was also looking for the 20 round boxes and just could not find them anywhere. So, I have a friend who's a printer and he also does diecutting. Well we made dies for the 20 round box, ordered some chipboard, and we're on the way. I have some extra boxes over what I need and I'll sell them for 30 cents each plus postage. These are white boxes, fold-up type, with flaps top and bottom. The boxes hold 2 rows of 10 rounds but do not require dividers. Seen the PMC ammo cartons? Same size and arrangement. I don't have a photo but could take one if you want it. Let me know by pm if interested.

May 17, 2010, 02:14 AM	#12
medalguy Senior Member Join Date: August 31, 2009 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,033	[Will this box work for you? 223 carton 003.jpg

May 17, 2010, 07:36 AM	#13
mongoose33 Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2009 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 228	Medalguy, where did you get those boxes? I'd like some of them!

May 17, 2010, 08:18 AM	#14
riverwalker76 Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2010 Location: Kentucky Posts: 993	I'm looking for cartridge packaging. Didn't the "20 Round Styrofoam Tray" indicate this from my initial post? __________________ *Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto* - “You cannot invade the mainland United States. There would be a rifle behind each blade of grass.”

May 17, 2010, 08:36 AM	#15
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,757	It's your misleading subject line that's causing the confusion. (a loaded cartridge is "bullet packaging".) __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

May 17, 2010, 12:27 PM	#16
Edward429451 Junior member Join Date: November 12, 2000 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Posts: 9,494	Back when I was a smoker I found out that an empty box of cigatettes will hold 20 rnds of 223 quite nicely. Tape em up and back into the carton for a 200 rnd battle pack Poor man ingenuity